Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP

Police/Public Entity Associate Attorney

Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-7 years of civil litigation experience, preferably defending public entities.
  • Experience with discovery, including drafting and responding to written requests.
  • Familiarity with conducting meet-and-confer sessions and preparing related motions.
  • Experience taking and defending depositions is required.
  • Admission to the California Bar is mandatory.
  • Strong writing and analytical skills are essential.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and respond to written discovery and initial pleadings.
  • Conduct meet-and-confer sessions related to discovery issues.
  • Draft and argue motions in state and federal courts.
  • Take and defend depositions of witnesses and parties.
  • Collaborate effectively within a team and work independently.
  • Manage various litigation cases simultaneously.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • Life insurance provided.
  • 401k plan with employer match available.
  • Opportunities for professional development in various areas of law.
Full Job Description
Overview

The Los Angeles, CA office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its Public Agency & Municipal Law Practice.

 

The ideal candidate will have at least two (2) to seven (7) years of experience in civil litigation - preferably defending public entities, including law enforcement agencies and their officers, in state and federal courts and administrative proceedings - including at least two (2) years of experience preparing and responding to written discovery, conducting related meet-and-confer sessions, preparing related motions, and taking/defending witness depositions. Although trial experience is a bonus, it is not a requirement. Admission to the California Bar is required.

 

Qualified candidates will be comfortable drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, drafting, and arguing motions, as well as taking and defending depositions Candidates must have strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

 

Although we would prefer that you have some experience in public agency and municipal law, we are also interested in working with developing talented attorneys who come to us with excellent skills in any civil litigation arena. If you have substantive litigation experience, a demonstrated interest in public agency and municipal law, and are looking for an opportunity in a growing, collaborative firm, we invite you to apply.

 

We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k with employer match.

 

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Minimum SalaryUSD $145,000.00/Yr. Maximum SalaryUSD $190,000.00/Yr.

About Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP is a national law firm with over 50 offices across the United States. The firm provides a wide range of legal services to clients in various industries, including healthcare, construction, insurance, and transportation. Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP is committed to providing high-quality legal services to its clients and has been recognized as one of the top law firms in the country by various legal publications. The firm's attorneys have extensive experience in their respective practice areas and are dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for their clients.
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Size
1,500 employees
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Founded
1979

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